TOMATO & CHEESE MUFFINS

These cheddar and tomato pesto muffins are wonderfully easy and quick to prepare, making them an ideal baking project for kids. They are deliciously filling, perfect as a snack, or as a complement to meals like a chicken pot roast. You can also add grated vegetables such as broccoli for an extra nutritional boost.

Recipe Details:

• Preparation Time: 10 minutes

• Cooking Time: 20 minutes

• Total Time: 30 minutes

• Servings: 8 muffins

Ingredients:

• 250 g brown self-raising flour (or regular self-raising flour)

• 100 g cheddar, grated

• 5 tbsp tomato pesto

• 2 eggs

• 50 g butter, melted

• 190 ml milk

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Mixture:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, grated cheddar, and tomato pesto.

2. Add Liquids:

   • Pour in the eggs, melted butter, and milk into the bowl with the dry ingredients.

3. Mix Ingredients:

   • Gently fold the mixture together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins light and fluffy.

4. Prepare for Baking:

   • Spoon the mixture into muffin cases or directly into a silicone muffin tray. This helps ensure easy removal after baking.

5. Bake:

   • Preheat your oven to 180°C. Place the filled muffin cases or tray in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.

6. Cool and Serve:

   • Allow the muffins to cool in the tray for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

   • Enjoy these savoury muffins as a snack or alongside your favourite dishes.

These muffins are not only a treat to eat but also fun and easy to make, especially with little helpers in the kitchen!